Administrative Support (ON CALL ASSIGNMENTS)

Are you looking for a role where every day brings something new? Join our team as an On-Call Administrative Support Specialist and become part of the exciting work happening across our Laboratory. In this dynamic position, you’ll have the opportunity to support both scientific and operational departments, contribute to projects of real impact, and build valuable experience in a world-class research environment.

This role offers a mix of short- and long-term (up to 90 days) assignments, with both full- and part-time opportunities available. We’re seeking adaptable professionals who thrive in flexible schedules and enjoy taking on a variety of responsibilities.

• Provide administrative and clerical support across departments.

• Assist with scheduling, correspondence, and documentation.

• Contribute to the smooth operation of scientific and operational teams.

• Gain exposure to different areas of the Laboratory while building your professional skill set.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience in administrative, secretarial, or clerical roles with transferable skills.

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability and eagerness to learn new systems such as SharePoint.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2–4 years of administrative/secretarial experience.

• Familiarity with PeopleSoft (highly desirable).

• Experience coordinating complex travel arrangements.

• Associate’s degree in Secretarial Science or equivalent.

• Flexibility: Opportunities for both part-time and full-time on-call assignments.

• Impact: Support the vital mission of a leading national laboratory.

• Growth: Expand your professional network and strengthen your skills across diverse departments.

• Collaboration: Work alongside passionate professionals in an innovative environment.

• This is a 100% on-site position.

• This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Brookhaven National Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable and competitive compensation. The full salary range for this position is $17.00- $24.45 / hour. Salary offers will be commensurate with the final candidate’s qualification, education and experience and considered with the internal peer group.

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Brookhaven National Laboratory (www.bnl.gov) delivers discovery science and transformative technology to power and secure the nation’s future. Brookhaven Lab is a multidisciplinary laboratory with seven Nobel Prize-winning discoveries, 37 R&D 100 Awards, and more than 70 years of pioneering research. The Lab is primarily supported by the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Science. Brookhaven Science Associates (BSA) operates and manages the Laboratory for DOE. BSA is a partnership between Battelle and The Research Foundation for the State University of New York on behalf of Stony Brook University. BSA salutes our veterans and active military members with careers that leverage the skills and unique experience they gained while serving our country, learn more at BNL | Opportunities for Veterans at Brookhaven National Laboratory.

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